1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 1993 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Bentley | Saturn |
Model | Brooklands | Aura |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 61 L |